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How A Native American Coming-Of-Age Ritual Is Making A Comeback

The Ojibwe, one of the largest indigenous groups in North America, with communities from Quebec to Montana, are revitalizing the “berry fast,” a coming-of-age ritual for girls.

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How To Save Insects? Give Them Space.

Butterflies and bees, ants and beetles, cockroaches and flies — whether loved or feared, insects help humans.

Here Are The Good Ways Our Lives Are Already Changing As Coronavirus Halts Modern Life

The conditions of this virus have communities rehashing togetherness, and relearning what remains when our money-based lifestyles slow down.

Ideas For Getting More Healthy Protein In Your Diet

Try not to panic now but if you are older than or fast approaching 50, you are losing muscle daily. This may be because you are consuming insufficient protein.

Why So Many Epidemics Originate In Asia And Africa – And Why We Can Expect More

The coronavirus disease, known as COVID-19, is a frightening reminder of the imminent global threat posed by emerging infectious diseases.

Good News Headline 3/31/20

One of the most pressing shortages facing hospitals during the Covid-19 emergency is a lack of ventilators. These machines can keep patients breathing when they no longer can on their own…

Safe Tech Tips While Staying Connected During COVID-19 Shut-Down

We are grateful today’s technology allows us to conduct work and school from home, monitor the news and stay connected with friends and loved ones. As we do so, let’s see if we can form long-lasting healthy habits…

High Heat May Kill The Coronavirus

There is still much we do not know about the novel coronavirus, COVID-19, but researchers are starting to piece the puzzle together as we go along.

Forgiveness Is The Most Powerful Sanitizer

My two cents on the corona crisis.

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10 Health Benefits Of Living Caffeine-Free

Don’t panic. We’re not going to say you need to quit caffeine.

Homeopathy And Coronavirus Update

Here is the latest homeopathic information I received on the COVID-19 virus on how homeopathy can help. This information is coming from Dr. Lisa Samet, who is an excellent homeopath in Montreal.

Good News Headline 3/24/20

You want to talk about “social distancing?” Here’s someone who really knows what that’s like, and how to deal with it.

6 Scientifically Proven Ways To Get A Good Night’s Rest

Sleepless nights and haggard mornings can be a grueling struggle for a lot of people, but here are six scientifically proven ways to help improve sleep that should be worth trying.

A Letter From Covid-19 To Humans

Stop. Just stop. It is no longer a request. It is a mandate. We will help you.

Here’s Why Coronavirus Is A Bigger Deal Than Seasonal Flu

Feeling confused as to why coronavirus is a bigger deal than seasonal flu? Here it is in a nutshell.

Love In The Time Of The Coronavirus: Do You Turn Your Back When Someone Offers You A Hand, A Kiss Or A Hug?

We are exposed to numerous viruses from our day-to-day interactions with other people all the time. However, our risk of being infected by a simple greeting usually isn’t in the forefront of our minds.

Ditch The Lawn, Save The Wild Bees

Agricultural policies and world goals to end hunger focus on increased production but don’t yet adequately protect wild pollinator habitat.

Healthy Home Indoor Air Quality In A Changing Climate

If you want to improve the quality of air in your home, try some of these tips.

Good News Headline 3/17/20

Even in the most desperate times, music can lift the spirits — as some Italian neighbors have proven by singing together in harmony from behind closed doors…

How To Prepare For Extended School Closings (And Not Lose Your Mind)

There is no getting around the fact that this is an extremely stressful time for all of us. There are concerns for our health, of course. But it’s not just that.